Four Bell leaders named to the list of Canada's Most Powerful Women

MONTREAL, Dec. 3, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Bell today congratulated four of
its leaders recognized by the Women's Executive Network (WXN) with the
Canada's Most Powerful Women Top 100 Award: Mary Ann Turcke, Bell's
Executive Vice President of Field Operations, inducted into the WXN
Hall of Fame this year; Marilyn Denis and Sandie Rinaldo, recognized in
the Arts & Communications category; and Michelle Dubé, awarded in the
Future Leaders category.

"Mary Ann, Marilyn, Sandie and Michelle are dynamic and engaging
leaders, dedicated to their work and to their communities, able to
translate their energy, commitment and experience into outstanding
business results while serving as a clear inspiration for their fellow
team members," said George Cope, President and CEO of Bell Canada and
BCE Inc. "On behalf of everyone at Bell, I offer them sincere thanks
for their achievements and warmest congratulations on this
well-deserved recognition by the Women's Executive Network."

A four-time WXN Top 100 award winner inducted into the WXN Hall of Fame
this year, Mary Ann Turcke has been recognized for her success in
driving Bell's customer-focused service strategy and the growth of
Bell's next-generation Fibe TV and Internet services, for her
leadership in the Bell Let's Talk mental health initiative, and for her
support of the Women@Bell program, which mentors talented women leaders
across Bell's national operations. Mary Ann is a member of the advisory
board of the Queen's School of Business and the capital campaign for
Queen's Faculty of Engineering & Applied Science, and serves on the
board of directors of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE).

Marilyn Denis is host of Canada's #1 lifestyle series, The Marilyn Denis
Show, and, for 27 years, co-host of the Roger, Darren & Marilyn morning
radio show on 104.5 CHUM FM. A dominating presence in Toronto radio and
Canadian television, Marilyn's quick wit, connection with the audience
and charm has made her a fan favourite. She is a dedicated advocate for
the fight against ovarian and breast cancer, a vocal supporter of organ
donation, and was one of the first members of the SickKids
Constellation, a premier group of celebrities who support the efforts
of SickKids Foundation, a not-for-profit children's charity that raises
funds on behalf of The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.

Sandie Rinaldo is weekend anchor of CTV National News, Canada's
most-watched national newscast since 1985, CTV News Channel noon anchor
three days per week, and co-host and reporter for CTV's investigative
news program W5. While on Canada AM, she made broadcast history when
she became the first woman in Canada to anchor a daily network
newscast. In addition to being recognized with numerous prestigious
awards for her contributions to journalism and broadcasting, Sandie's
powerful W5 investigative documentaries into issues such as elder
abuse, questionable practices in nursing homes, or trafficking of
Canadian women in the sex trade, serve to uncover truths, spark action,
and in many cases, legislative changes. Sandie is a long-time advocate
for the fight against lung cancer. In honour of her late husband,
Sandie is raising funds to establish a research chair dedicated to
making advancements in lung cancer research and treatment. She and her
children have also raised money to build a quiet room at Sunnybrook
Hospital in Toronto for families coping with a cancer diagnosis and the
difficult decisions that follow.

Michelle Dubé became co-anchor of Toronto's #1 newscasts, CTV News at
Six and CTV News at Noon, just five years after starting her
professional career in television news in 2007. Michelle brings the
same unflappable professionalism to anchoring that she demonstrated
daily as a field reporter, whether in the centre of violent G20
protests in 2010 in Toronto, or reporting live from atop the CN Tower's
Skywalk. She is an active seniors and youth health advocate in her
community and helps raise awareness by hosting a wide variety of
events across the GTA each year. Known as a poised, articulate, mature,
and highly professional journalist, Michelle routinely mentors aspiring
newscasters and young women.

About the Women's Executive Network (WXN)
Founded in 1997, WXN is Canada's leading organization dedicated to the
advancement and recognition of women in management, executive,
professional and board roles. WXN is a Founding Member of the Canadian
Board Diversity Council, dedicated to increasing the diversity of
Canada's corporate boards. In the fall of 2008, WXN launched in
Ireland, a first step in creating an international community of female
leaders. More information and details are available at wxnetwork.com or Top100women.ca.

About BellBell Canada is the country's largest communications company, providing
consumers and business customers with wireless, TV, Internet, home
phone and business communications services. Bell Media is Canada's
premier multimedia company with leading assets in television, radio and
digital media, including CTV, Canada's #1 television network, and the
country's most-watched specialty channels. To learn more, please visit Bell.ca.

The Bell Let's Talk mental health Initiative is a national charitable
and awareness program promoting mental health across Canada with the
Bell Let's Talk Day anti-stigma campaign and significant Bell funding
of community care and access, research, and workplace initiatives. To
learn more, please visit Bell.ca/LetsTalk